Recent ProfessorsNot yet assignedRecent SemestersNo scheduled sections on recordClass SizeNot publishedCredits5PrerequisiteCourse Completion of DH 71A; AND Concurrent Enrollment in DH 72 and DH 75 and DH 74 and DH 76; AND Course Completion or Concurrent Enrollment in DE 55B. Transfers ToCSUDescriptionIn this course, the students will learn the application of the dental hygiene process of care to promote oral health and wellness. The course includes laboratory and clinical experiences in patient assessments, problem identification (dental hygiene diagnosis), dental hygiene care planning, case presentation and implementation of dental hygiene care at the beginner level. Evaluation of dental hygiene care/oral health goals attainment is also emphasized as an essential component of the dental hygiene process.